
Create Implementation Plan
- 11.9k installs
- 37.1k repo stars
- Updated July 28, 2026
- github/awesome-copilot
A deterministic Markdown implementation plan file with front matter, requirements, phased tasks, alternatives, dependencies, file lists, tests, risks, and assumptions - ready for autonomous execution.
About
This skill generates implementation plan files in a standardized Markdown format designed for autonomous execution by AI agents and humans. It enforces deterministic, unambiguous language and structured templates to enable automated parsing and task execution. Developers use it to create detailed, phase-based plans with explicit requirements, task tables, dependencies, testing criteria, and risk analysis. The output follows a naming convention (purpose-component-version.md) and includes mandatory front matter, measurable completion criteria, and validation rules to ensure plans remain executable without human interpretation.
- Generates machine-readable implementation plans with zero ambiguity for AI-to-AI execution
- Enforces strict template validation: front matter, headers, identifier prefixes, required columns
- Structures work as discrete atomic phases with parallel-executable tasks and explicit dependencies
- Includes measurable completion criteria, file paths, function names, and line-number references
- Outputs to /plan/ directory with naming convention: [purpose]-[component]-[version].md
Create Implementation Plan by the numbers
- 11,934 all-time installs (skills.sh)
- +189 installs in the week ending Jul 28, 2026 (Skillselion tracking)
- Ranked #89 of 3,301 Productivity & Planning skills by installs in the Skillselion catalog
- Security screen: HIGH risk (skills.sh audit)
- Data as of Jul 28, 2026 (Skillselion catalog sync)
create-implementation-plan capabilities & compatibility
- Capabilities
- generate markdown implementation plans from purp · structure multi phase work with parallel executa · enforce deterministic identifier prefixes and va · create machine parseable task tables with comple · output to standardized file path with naming con
- Use cases
- planning · project management · documentation
- Platforms
- macOS · Windows · Linux · WSL
- Runs
- Runs locally
- Pricing
- Free
What create-implementation-plan says it does
Your output must be machine-readable, deterministic, and structured for autonomous execution by other AI systems or humans.
All instructions must be interpreted literally and executed systematically without human interpretation or clarification.
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| Installs | 11.9k |
|---|---|
| repo stars | ★ 37.1k |
| Security audit | 2 / 3 scanners passed |
| Last updated | July 28, 2026 |
| Repository | github/awesome-copilot ↗ |
What it does
Generate structured, machine-readable implementation plans for features, refactoring, or infrastructure work.
Who is it for?
Creating work breakdowns for features, refactoring campaigns, package upgrades, architecture changes, infrastructure initiatives, or process improvements.
Skip if: Real-time task tracking, collaborative editing, or unstructured brainstorming.
When should I use this skill?
Starting a new feature, refactoring project, package upgrade, architecture redesign, infrastructure change, or design initiative that requires systematic execution.
What you get
A validated, structured implementation plan file in /plan/ directory following naming convention, with all mandatory sections populated and executable by AI or humans.
- Markdown file in /plan/ directory
- Validated front matter with status badge
- Structured requirements and constraints
By the numbers
- Mandatory 8 sections: Introduction, Requirements & Constraints, Implementation Steps, Alternatives, Dependencies, Files,
- 5 required front matter fields minimum: goal, version, date_created, status, tags
- Identifier format enforced: REQ-, SEC-, TASK-, GOAL-, ALT-, DEP-, FILE-, TEST-, RISK-, ASSUMPTION- prefixes
Files
Create Implementation Plan
Primary Directive
Your goal is to create a new implementation plan file for ${input:PlanPurpose}. Your output must be machine-readable, deterministic, and structured for autonomous execution by other AI systems or humans.
Execution Context
This prompt is designed for AI-to-AI communication and automated processing. All instructions must be interpreted literally and executed systematically without human interpretation or clarification.
Core Requirements
- Generate implementation plans that are fully executable by AI agents or humans
- Use deterministic language with zero ambiguity
- Structure all content for automated parsing and execution
- Ensure complete self-containment with no external dependencies for understanding
Plan Structure Requirements
Plans must consist of discrete, atomic phases containing executable tasks. Each phase must be independently processable by AI agents or humans without cross-phase dependencies unless explicitly declared.
Phase Architecture
- Each phase must have measurable completion criteria
- Tasks within phases must be executable in parallel unless dependencies are specified
- All task descriptions must include specific file paths, function names, and exact implementation details
- No task should require human interpretation or decision-making
AI-Optimized Implementation Standards
- Use explicit, unambiguous language with zero interpretation required
- Structure all content as machine-parseable formats (tables, lists, structured data)
- Include specific file paths, line numbers, and exact code references where applicable
- Define all variables, constants, and configuration values explicitly
- Provide complete context within each task description
- Use standardized prefixes for all identifiers (REQ-, TASK-, etc.)
- Include validation criteria that can be automatically verified
Output File Specifications
- Save implementation plan files in
/plan/directory - Use naming convention:
[purpose]-[component]-[version].md - Purpose prefixes:
upgrade|refactor|feature|data|infrastructure|process|architecture|design - Example:
upgrade-system-command-4.md,feature-auth-module-1.md - File must be valid Markdown with proper front matter structure
Mandatory Template Structure
All implementation plans must strictly adhere to the following template. Each section is required and must be populated with specific, actionable content. AI agents must validate template compliance before execution.
Template Validation Rules
- All front matter fields must be present and properly formatted
- All section headers must match exactly (case-sensitive)
- All identifier prefixes must follow the specified format
- Tables must include all required columns
- No placeholder text may remain in the final output
Status
The status of the implementation plan must be clearly defined in the front matter and must reflect the current state of the plan. The status can be one of the following (status_color in brackets): Completed (bright green badge), In progress (yellow badge), Planned (blue badge), Deprecated (red badge), or On Hold (orange badge). It should also be displayed as a badge in the introduction section.
---
goal: [Concise Title Describing the Package Implementation Plan's Goal]
version: [Optional: e.g., 1.0, Date]
date_created: [YYYY-MM-DD]
last_updated: [Optional: YYYY-MM-DD]
owner: [Optional: Team/Individual responsible for this spec]
status: 'Completed'|'In progress'|'Planned'|'Deprecated'|'On Hold'
tags: [Optional: List of relevant tags or categories, e.g., `feature`, `upgrade`, `chore`, `architecture`, `migration`, `bug` etc]
---
# Introduction

[A short concise introduction to the plan and the goal it is intended to achieve.]
## 1. Requirements & Constraints
[Explicitly list all requirements & constraints that affect the plan and constrain how it is implemented. Use bullet points or tables for clarity.]
- **REQ-001**: Requirement 1
- **SEC-001**: Security Requirement 1
- **[3 LETTERS]-001**: Other Requirement 1
- **CON-001**: Constraint 1
- **GUD-001**: Guideline 1
- **PAT-001**: Pattern to follow 1
## 2. Implementation Steps
### Implementation Phase 1
- GOAL-001: [Describe the goal of this phase, e.g., "Implement feature X", "Refactor module Y", etc.]
| Task | Description | Completed | Date |
|------|-------------|-----------|------|
| TASK-001 | Description of task 1 | ✅ | 2025-04-25 |
| TASK-002 | Description of task 2 | | |
| TASK-003 | Description of task 3 | | |
### Implementation Phase 2
- GOAL-002: [Describe the goal of this phase, e.g., "Implement feature X", "Refactor module Y", etc.]
| Task | Description | Completed | Date |
|------|-------------|-----------|------|
| TASK-004 | Description of task 4 | | |
| TASK-005 | Description of task 5 | | |
| TASK-006 | Description of task 6 | | |
## 3. Alternatives
[A bullet point list of any alternative approaches that were considered and why they were not chosen. This helps to provide context and rationale for the chosen approach.]
- **ALT-001**: Alternative approach 1
- **ALT-002**: Alternative approach 2
## 4. Dependencies
[List any dependencies that need to be addressed, such as libraries, frameworks, or other components that the plan relies on.]
- **DEP-001**: Dependency 1
- **DEP-002**: Dependency 2
## 5. Files
[List the files that will be affected by the feature or refactoring task.]
- **FILE-001**: Description of file 1
- **FILE-002**: Description of file 2
## 6. Testing
[List the tests that need to be implemented to verify the feature or refactoring task.]
- **TEST-001**: Description of test 1
- **TEST-002**: Description of test 2
## 7. Risks & Assumptions
[List any risks or assumptions related to the implementation of the plan.]
- **RISK-001**: Risk 1
- **ASSUMPTION-001**: Assumption 1
## 8. Related Specifications / Further Reading
[Link to related spec 1]
[Link to relevant external documentation]Related skills
Forks & variants (1)
Create Implementation Plan has 1 known copy in the catalog totaling 218 installs. They canonicalize to this original listing.
- ilteoood - 218 installs
How it compares
Pick create-implementation-plan over ad-hoc prompting when agents need a formal, reusable plan file instead of inline chat instructions.
FAQ
What format does create-implementation-plan output?
create-implementation-plan outputs a structured implementation plan file that is machine-readable and deterministic. Instructions are written for literal, systematic execution by AI systems or humans without requiring clarification.
What tasks can create-implementation-plan cover?
create-implementation-plan covers new features, refactoring existing code, package upgrades, design changes, architecture work, and infrastructure changes. Each plan is anchored to a stated purpose and structured for autonomous execution.
Is Create Implementation Plan safe to install?
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